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Villar will do anything to win presidency — Enrile
GMA News
ALCOY, Cebu — To win the highest elective post in the land, Nacionalista Party standard bearer Sen. Manuel Villar Jr. will do anything, including bribing a contender to back out of the presidential [...]
Continue Reading →Only quake can stop May polls, says Melo
By Gil C. Cabacungan Jr.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
MANILA, Philippines—The automated election system is so foolproof it can’t be hacked and only a massive earthquake can stop the May 10 balloting, Election Chair Jose Melo said [...]
Continue Reading →Gordon accuses Villar of bribe attempt, buying off media
By Cathy C. Yamsuan, Michael Lim Ubac
Philippine Daily Inquirer
MANILA, Philippines—Sen. Richard Gordon Tuesday accused Sen. Manuel Villar, one of his rivals for the presidency, not only of bribery and bullying but also of [...]
Continue Reading →Despite C-5 mess, Villar still eyeing more road projects
AMITA LEGASPI
GMANews.TV
The C-5 road controversy that continues to hound Nacionalista Party standard-bearer Sen. Manuel Villar Jr. is not stopping him from engaging in other road projects in the future, especially if he is [...]
Continue Reading →The Vote 2010: So you want to be president? (Manny Villar)
The Philippine Star
Manuel Bamba Villar Jr.
Nacionalista Party Campaign slogan: Sipag at tiyaga
Born Dec. 13, 1949 in Moriones, Tondo, Manila
Married to Cynthia Aguilar Villar, Las Piñas representative
One [...]
Continue Reading →Panagbenga Festival not spared from election fever
AMITA LEGASPI
GMANews.TV
BAGUIO CITY – Several residents of this mountain city in northern Luzon on Sunday scored several candidates for the May elections, including three presidential aspirants, for using the closing ceremonies of the annual Panagbenga Festival [...]
Continue Reading →ProPinoy was able to reach Alfredo Laurente, the president of CATLU (Central Azucarera de Tarlac) and former Barangay Captain of Bgy Central. His statement is below, transcribed from a quick phone conversation. Disclaimer: Propinoy does not endorse any presidential candidate. We are just sharing what Mr Laurente [...]
Continue Reading →This message was sent to Pro Pinoy by a freelance journalist who wishes not to be named as he continues to investigate the truth about Hacienda Luisita. ProPinoy is attempting to contact CATLU for their direct response. Abangan.
Ayoko na bok. Wish I never asked my parents [...]
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